African Population and Health Research Center

We are excited to share our latest APHRC newsletter with you! Our theme for APHRC News Issue 2, 2024 is '𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮’𝘀 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗪𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗪𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴'. In this issue, we highlight the little things we are doing at the Center and the promise they hold for the future of our continent. We take time to think about who we are, what our role is in Africa’s future, and can we truly dream of a thriving continent despite the challenges we face? How do we dare to dream while actively shaping Africa’s future? Find out how our staff are changing minds, changing policy, and celebrating their wins. It's the small steps that contribute to Africa's future. We are thrilled by the Center's contributions to shaping Africa's future. Read the newsletter here: https://buff.ly/4efQ0w4. #IamAPHRC #WeAreAfrica #APHRCResearch

As we wind up #DayoftheGirlChild, Dr. Lucy A. Wakiaga shares how affirmative action in #STEM can contribute to sustainable development.  Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gNfb36rY #Girls4TheFuture

As the world commemorates the International Day of the Girl Child, we are reminded to ‘listen to girls, to invest in proven solutions that will accelerate progress towards a future in which every girl can fulfill her potential’. Through concerted efforts by governments, parents, and communities, girls can be empowered to overcome challenges and realize their dreams.' Read more: https://t.ly/3UMx_ #InternationalDayoftheGirlChild #IAmAPHRC Caroline Kabiru Beatrice Maina Witness Mike Tapani Alfonso Ọlárewájú Àjàyí University of Malawi - UNIMA Njeri Mbuthia, MPRSK

Global crises, including climate change, conflict, poverty, and setbacks in the fight for fundamental rights and gender equality, disproportionately impact today's generation of girls. Learn how #IamAPHRC is co-designing interventions to support young mothers in Burkina Faso, Kenya, and Malawi on Page 32 of the latest #IamAPHRC newsletter-https://buff.ly/4efQ0w4. #WeAreAfrica #APHRCResearch #Girls4TheFuture #InternationalDayoftheGirlChild

This #WorldMentalHealthDay, #IamAPHRC staff participated in impactful conversations around "Mental Health at Work," recognizing its vital role in our success. As we continue to navigate our responsibilities, APHRC reaffirms its commitment to fostering a healthy workplace environment, prioritizing mental well-being and holistic wellness. Insights on improving mental health from the experts: ✅ Mental health impacts every part of our lives, from physical health to relationships. – Dr. Eshetu Girma Kidane, Research Scientist, APHRC. ✅ Adults spend a significant portion of their lives working, and it's essential to understand how to prevent mental health issues. – Dr. Joseph Nyamiobo, Psychiatrist, Chiromo Hospital Group. ✅ Prioritize your well-being by setting boundaries and focusing on what truly matters. – Dr. Rose Misati. ✅ With the increasing shift to remote work, it’s essential to address the challenges to mental health. Read about a working mum’s perspective on remote work: https://buff.ly/3TYm9k4. #IamAPHRC #WorldMentalHealthDay2024 #MentalHealthDay

A l’occasion de la Journée mondiale de la Santé Mentale, le personnel de #IamAPHRC a initié d’intéressantes et significatives conversations sur la « santé mentale au travail. Alors que chaque membre du personnel continue à s’investir pleinement, APHRC réaffirme son engagement à donner la priorité à la santé mentale sur le lieu de travail en créant un environnement épanouissant qui repose sur un cadre sain et soutient pleinement le bien-être. ✅ La santé mentale est un état dynamique de bien-être émotionnel, psychologique et social, permettant aux individus de naviguer dans les défis de la vie, de cultiver des relations enrichissantes et de réaliser leur potentiel tout en contribuant positivement à leur communauté. Dans un cadre professionnel, il est essentiel de la prendre en compte de manière continue et à différents niveaux de la vie de l’organisation. Pour un bon équilibre, il est important de la considérer comme un levier du dialogue de la productivité »affrime Adrien Théodore Diène, Psychologue Conseiller. ✅ La santé mentale de notre équipe est essentielle pour atteindre nos objectifs. En organisant ces sessions de partage, nous avions à cœur de créer une plateforme ouverte où les employés peuvent partager leurs expériences, se soutenir mutuellement et échanger avec des professionnels de la santé mentale souligne, Cheikh Faye, Directeur Régional du Bureau de l’Afrique de l’Ouest. ✅ Nous nous efforçons de créer un espace sûr où le personnel peut chercher du soutien sans stigmatisation. A travers différentes initiatives interne, nous dotons le personnel de APHRC d'outils et de ressources pour gérer le stress et améliorer le bien-être mental nous dit Néné Diallo, Chargé des resources Humaines. #IamAPHRC #MentalHealthDay #WorldMentalHealthDay2024 #APHRCResearch #WeAreAfrica

Learning opportunity 🔊🔊🔊 We are looking for people working in research/programming focused on violence against women and girls, gender-based violence, sexual reproductive health, or similar areas for a 4-week self-paced training. Register here:https://buff.ly/3U0WlDS. #APHRCResearch #WeAreAfrica

Attention academic journal editors! You may have heard that Africa contributes only about 1% of scientific knowledge globally. But did you know that a majority of African academic journals are NOT indexed in the major bibliographic databases? Not being indexed means that scientific outputs in these journal are invisible to most other scientists, contributing to the low "productivity" of African scientists. African Population and Health Research Center is creating the Africa Journal Visibility platform and working with journal editors to identify steps towards indexing (including improving quality). Read on to learn more!

In Senegal’s Kaolack and Gossas regions, adolescent girls aged 10-19 face critical challenges such as child marriage and early pregnancy. These barriers not only limit their potential but also contribute to cycles of poverty and inequality. Discover how #APHRCinWestAfrica is addressing these issues on Page 44 of the latest #IamAPHRC newsletter-https://buff.ly/4efQ0w4. #WeAreAfrica #APHRCResearch

Today, #IamAPHRC's Generation Health Project held its inception meeting with key stakeholders, including the @MOH_Kenya, Nairobi County Government, and various Civil Society Organizations. The meeting focused on exchanging ideas and charting a clear path for this multi-year project aimed at reducing unhealthy diets and physical inactivity among adolescents (ages 10-19) in Ghana and Kenya. Through the project, the Center seeks to empower youth with the knowledge and tools to adopt healthier behaviors and prevent non-communicable diseases. We were honored to have, among other guests, the Nairobi County Director of Policy, Michael Otieno, and Dr. Michelle Holdsworth from the French National Research Institute for Sustainable Development in attendance. #APHRCResearch #WeAreAfrica